TMJ Treatment Califon
Relief for Chronic Jaw Pain
The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) on either side of your head are what allow you to move your jaw to speak and chew. However, your TMJs can potentially become injured or overworked, and if they do, you may find yourself struggling with jaw pain and other unpleasant symptoms. What can you do about TMJ disorder? Dr. O’Connell and the rest of our team are ready to help you discover the answer to that question, so reach out to us immediately if you believe that you’re having trouble with your jaw joints. We offer customized options for TMJ treatment in Califon.
Why Choose Califon Dental Arts for TMJ Treatment?
- Expertly Personalized Occlusal Splints
- Team That Treats Patients Like Family
- Modern Office That Feels Like Home
Symptoms of TMJ Disorder
There are various symptoms that you might experience as a result of a TMJ disorder. In many cases, you might notice chronic pain on one or both sides of your jaw. Some people also frequently suffer from headaches or migraines. Your jaw movement may be restricted, and you might find that it’s more difficult to chew. When you visit our dental office, we’ll take the time to learn more about your symptoms; this can help us figure out whether TMJ disorder is truly to blame.
How We Treat TMJ Disorder
Our team can give you an oral appliance called an occlusal splint to help you find lasting relief from your TMJ disorder. If you wear the splint at night, it will help ensure that your jaw stays in a more relaxed position so that the muscles affected by the disorder can heal. Also, the splint can protect your teeth and jaw from bruxism (which is the term for unconscious grinding of the teeth), which is often a risk factor for TMJ-related problems.